COMMUNITY COLLECTION

International Day of Charity
On the International Day of Charity, we're reminded of our collective duty to cultivate a world of compassion and solidarity. OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation leads by example, advocating for peace and unity across different faiths since 1996. Far surpassing conventional educational roles, OneSpirit offers a transformative Ministry Training Programme and various workshops aimed at encouraging understanding and spiritual growth among diverse communities. Charity, as seen through OneSpirit's lens, encompasses more than financial contributions; it's about sharing knowledge, fostering spiritual development, and building a shared humanity. As we celebrate this day, we're inspired to partake in acts of kindness, whether by donating, volunteering, or engaging with OneSpirit's enriching educational content, reinforcing our commitment to a more inclusive and compassionate world.
Embrace the Journey of Spiritual Awakening with the Birch Pathway
As autumn approaches, seize the transformative opportunity offered by OneSpirit's Spiritual Development & Ministry Training Programme for the Class of 2026. The Birch Pathway, an immersive online programme training, promises to deepen your spiritual insights and prepare you for compassionate ministry. Under the nurturing guidance of experienced mentors like Annie, this transformative curriculum is your gateway to spiritual leadership and community connection. Act fast — enrolment closes on September 30th! Embrace this chance for profound personal and spiritual growth.
Our Friends at the ALEF Trust
Explore transformative learning with the Alef Trust's MSc in Consciousness, Spirituality & Transpersonal Psychology. This fully online programme, starting this September, interweaves academic, personal, and professional development, and is validated by Liverpool John Moores University, UK. Engage in reflective dialogues, benefit from comprehensive support, and become part of a vibrant alumni community. Last-minute applications are now open. Keep reading for further information...
Supervisor’s Corner, August 2024
Embracing the Sacred Journey of Supervision through August's Supervisor Corner: This summer, we celebrate the ordination of our new ministers and reflect on the growth of our First Years within the OneSpirit community. At this pivotal time, we explore the various dimensions of supervision in ministry. Supervision sharpens our awareness and deepens our commitment to our diverse callings. It can shift focus fluidly, whether diving deep into specific interactions or zooming out to broader patterns and personal callings. Supervision is transformative, offering a space for role-playing different approaches, examining recurring themes, or seeking guidance on significant life transitions. Continue reading to learn more...

Demystifying Interfaith: Moving Forward

Discover the broad essence of interfaith with OneSpirit: A welcoming dialogue beyond religions, embracing all spiritualities and secular ideologies. Join us on a journey of respect and understanding for every path.

Redefining Interfaith: Holistically and Inclusively

We redefine interfaith to be more inclusive, embracing diverse spiritual experiences beyond traditional religions. We honour individual spirituality, aiming for a compassionate community that celebrates spiritual diversity.

Introducing Annie: the Birch Pathway Tutor

Meet Annie, an integral part of the OneSpirit team, advocating an inter-spiritual journey enriched by her profound respect for all faiths, love for nature, and dedication to community through her role as ‘garden chaplain’.

Earth Day 2024

Celebrating Earth Day: OneSpirit explores environmental stewardship within spiritual practices. Encourages members to engage in earth-centric activities, fostering unity and sustainability, doing our part one step at a time.

OneSpirit on InterFaith Network Closure

The Inter Faith Network (IFN) in the UK, established in 1987 for interfaith understanding and cooperation, is closing due to financial challenges, despite support. OneSpirit reflects on the impact and calls for action to
continue IFN’s legacy.

Resourcing from Myth…

OneSpirit Minister & Tutor Tim Ralphs presents an exploration of the power of myths and storytelling. It shares a poignant story of a man connecting his grief to a mythic tale. The post discusses the timeless impact of myths, their potential therapeutic value, and self-exploration.

An Invitation: Anti-Racism Reading Group

The OneSpirit Anti-Racism Reading Group invites individuals to explore race issues in their preferred way and share insights. Participants can potentially study, for example, ‘The Colour Purple’, do embodied exercises on racial trauma, or explore Hughes and Lourdes’s works.

Anti Racism Reading Group Notes

The Anti-Racism Reading Group focuses on identifying and undoing personal racism patterns via self-reflection, acknowledging these as barriers to spiritual connections. It’s part of a deeper spiritual journey toward unity with oneself, others, and the divine.

Along the way, with the Coat of Hopes

The “Coat of Hopes” is undertaking a journey to foster conversations about climate change and ecological crises. It traces a path of non-oppositional activism, inviting participation and sharing of individual griefs, hopes, prayers, and memories for the homeland.

OneSpirit’s Community Development Lead

OneSpirit seeks a Community Development Lead passionate about weaving together its diverse community. The role focuses on building connections, fostering innovation, and driving exciting projects within the expansive
OneSpirit community.

Interfaith Dialogue and Cultivating Peace

OneSpirit fosters interfaith dialogue,
where individuals from varied faith paths
engage in rich discussions to exchange
wisdom. The aim is to deepen understanding, cultivate peace, and promote
spiritual growth.

Mindfulness: A Pathway to Inner Peace

Mindfulness is spotlighted by OneSpirit as a doorway to inner peace and heightened spirituality. Emphasising its roots in Eastern traditions, it serves as a remedy to modern life’s chaos, supporting anyone’s spiritual
exploration towards serenity.

This is how it starts, This is how it ends

A reflective account touches on a childhood in 1950s Manchester, exploring evolving perceptions of race. Through personal anecdotes, it delves into racial innocence, curiosity, and the cultural fabric of a white-dominated community encountering diversity.

International Day of Education 2024

OneSpirit celebrates International Day of Education by spotlighting their Learning Design Specialist, Maddy. With a diverse background and a passion for interfaith education, she believes in the transformative power of learning and
applies this in her role.

Holocaust Memorial Day 2024

On Jan 27, OneSpirit honours International Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. We want to emphasise the power of remembrance for forging a compassionate world while standing united against prejudice and hatred.

Sacred Activism: Living Non-Violence

OneSpirit offers a 5-week online course promoting peaceful power and Sacred Activism. Guided by Sarah MacDonald, participants explore structures of violence, non-violence as sacred activism, inner peace, and environmental consciousness – a transformative journey.

Finding and Maintaining Your Peace

In a world marred by conflict, OneSpirit envisions a united global community upholding peace and understanding. Urging moments of introspection and kindness, they share resources for mental and spiritual solace to nurture inner peace and interconnectedness.

Crafting Connections: The ROSIM Campaign

The ROSIM campaign celebrates being recognised by HMRC as a professional body. Members can now claim subscription fees as tax-deductible, affirming ROSIM’s value and enhancing its standing among professionals. Dive into this post to learn more about ROSIM.